Primary Teaching Assistant KS1

Axcis Education Recruitment; Wareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD training

Dedicated education consultant

Long-term placement

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment in Wareham, Dorset is seeking a committed Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Key Stage 1. You will work alongside experienced teachers to deliver learning activities and provide targeted support to children who need extra help, including those with SEN.

This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £14.25-£14.95, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, starting in September.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in schools or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across a KS1 classroom
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to help pupils reach their learning goals
• Provide additional support for children with SEND, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and speech and language needs
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
• Help children strengthen their reading, writing and maths skills
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with daily learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and support children's emotional wellbeing
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo and wider school staff to meet individual pupil needs
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - KS1 Location: Wareham, Dorset Pay: £14.25-£14.95 per hour Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Start Date: Sept

Would you like to play a key role in helping children develop a love of learning? Axcis Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Wareham to recruit a committed Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils within Key Stage 1. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a lasting impact during the early years of their education. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teachers to support learning across the classroom while providing additional guidance for pupils who need extra help, including children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Your Responsibilities:

• Support teaching and learning across a KS1 classroom


• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to help pupils reach their learning goals


• Provide additional support for children with SEND, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and speech and language needs


• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours


• Help children strengthen their reading, writing and maths skills


• Prepare classroom resources and assist with daily learning activities


• Promote positive behaviour and support children's emotional wellbeing


• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo and wider school staff to meet individual pupil needs


• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

About You:

• Have experience working with children in schools, nurseries, childcare or similar settings


• Are passionate about supporting children's learning and development


• Have a patient, caring and adaptable approach


• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families


• Can work confidently both independently and as part of a team


• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable Experience

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification


• Experience supporting children with SEN or SEND


• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant

Why Join This School? This friendly primary school is committed to creating an environment where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve. You will become part of a collaborative staff team that is dedicated to helping pupils thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Why Choose Axcis Education?

• Competitive hourly pay of £14.25-£14.95


• Weekly pay


• Long-term full-time opportunity


• Access to free CPD and SEND training


• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant


• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.